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Parental Wellbeing and Boundaries Training and Support Programme

MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME (INCLUDING THE VRU)

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16 Mar 2026 at 14:34

Summary of the contracting process

The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime, including the Violence Reduction Unit (VRU), has awarded a contract for the provision of Parental Wellbeing and Boundaries Training and Support Programme to LifeLine Community Project. This procurement process, classified under the services industry and utilising a limited method below the threshold, aims to deliver accredited training to empower parents and carers across the United Kingdom, particularly in London and Essex. The programme's focus is on enhancing emotional resilience and strengthening family networks through sustainable models, such as train-the-trainer approaches. The contract, valued at £230,786.4, is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and will last until 31st March 2027, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The procurement stage is in the award phase following completion of the tender process, and the contract signing is scheduled for 31st March 2026.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in training services, especially those with expertise in emotional resilience, wellbeing, and community support networks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that focus on training and development are well-suited to contribute to this programme, particularly those with experience in delivering peer-led support models and recognised qualifications. The programme's structure encourages business growth by fostering partnerships and expanding service offerings within the community support realm, catering to organisations aiming to solidify their position in the public services sector. Given the programme's light-touch regime, it provides an opportunity for innovative methods to be implemented, enabling businesses to develop unique training solutions that cater to diverse community needs.

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Notice Title

Parental Wellbeing and Boundaries Training and Support Programme

Notice Description

The Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) is seeking providers through this Invitation to Tender to deliver parental wellbeing and boundaries training and support. The commissioned programme will strengthen parent and carer networks through accredited training and a train the trainer model, enabling wider access to qualifications and peer led support. The focus of the programme will be on: - Delivery of accredited training to empower parents and carers - Building sustainable networks through train-the-trainer approaches - Supporting parents and carers to gain recognised accreditations - Enhancing emotional resilience and strengthening boundaries within families This next phase will invest in training and support that equips parents and carers with the skills to foster resilience, set healthy boundaries, and extend support across their communities. By embedding accreditation and peer-led delivery, the programme aims to create lasting impact and stronger family networks and communities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066b29
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023568-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£230,786 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME (INCLUDING THE VRU)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 0LL
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIFELINE COMMUNITY PROJECT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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